The Diaphragm Disorders is a vital organ for mammals as it is the primary muscle for respiration. Diaphragmatic paralysis is the loss of its muscular power and can arise from either weakness of the muscle itself or damage to its Read More …
Month: September 2020
Contraceptive Diaphragm/cap – Indications, Contraindication
A Contraceptive Diaphragm/cap is a circular dome made of thin, soft silicone that’s inserted into the vagina before sex. It covers the cervix so sperm can’t get into the womb (uterus) to fertilise an egg. At a glance: contraceptive diaphragm Read More …
Thoracic Diaphragm – Anatomy, Nerve Supply, Functions
The Thoracic Diaphragm or simply the diaphragm, is a sheet of internal skeletal muscle[rx] in humans and other mammals that extends across the bottom of the thoracic cavity. The diaphragm separates the thoracic cavity, containing the heart and lungs, from the abdominal cavity and performs an important function in respiration: as the diaphragm contracts, the Read More …
Diaphragm Muscle – Anatomy, Nerve Supply, Function
The Diaphragm Muscle in the thorax is called the thoracic diaphragm and serves as an important anatomical landmark that separates the thorax, or chest, from the abdomen. It functions during breathing when it contracts to enlarge the thoracic cavity and Read More …
The Diaphragm – Anatomy, Nerve Supply, Functions
The diaphragm in the thorax is called the thoracic diaphragm and serves as an important anatomical landmark that separates the thorax, or chest, from the abdomen. It functions during breathing when it contracts to enlarge the thoracic cavity and reduce Read More …
Lower Extremity Amputation – Indication, Complication
Lower extremity amputation is performed to remove ischemic, infected, necrotic tissue or locally unresectable tumor and, at times, is a life-saving procedure. Peripheral artery disease, alone or in combination with diabetes mellitus, contributes to more than one-half of all amputations; Read More …
The Hand Metacarpophalangeal (MP or MCP) Joint
The Hand Metacarpophalangeal (MP or MCP) Joint, also known as “the knuckle,” is formed by the articulation of the metacarpal head and proximal phalanx. This multiaxial joint allows flexion and extension as well as abduction and adduction motions. The MP Read More …
The metacarpophalangeal (MP or MCP) joint
The metacarpophalangeal (MP or MCP) joint, also known as “the knuckle,” is formed by the articulation of the metacarpal head and proximal phalanx. This multiaxial joint allows flexion and extension as well as abduction and adduction motions. The MP joint Read More …
Jersey Finger – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Jersey Finger (also known as rugby finger) is an avulsion of the flexor digitorium profundus tendon (FDP) from its distal insertion on the distal phalanx (zone I).[rx][rx][rx] The mechanism of injury is typically a forced extension of a flexed digit, Read More …
Hand Extensor Tendon Lacerations
Hand Extensor Tendon Lacerations are relatively common injuries and, when not treated appropriately, may result in a lasting impairment of hand function.[rx] Due to their superficial location and being adjacent to the bones, extensor tendons in the hand are more prone Read More …
Extensor Tendon Lacerations – Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Extensor tendon lacerations are relatively common injuries and, when not treated appropriately, may result in a lasting impairment of hand function.[rx] Due to their superficial location and being adjacent to the bones, extensor tendons in the hand are more prone to Read More …
The Hand Bones – Anatomy, Nerve Supply, Functions
The Hand Bones/Bones are often thought of as static structures which only offer structural support. However, they truly function as an organ. Like other organs, bones are valuable and have many functions. Besides providing shape to the human body, bones permit Read More …